An analysis of falls in the hospital: Can we do without bedrails?
1999
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Journal Article
Issue 5
Volume 47
Pages 529-531
Author(s): Hanger, H. C., Ball, M. C., Wood, L. A.
Falls and injuries from falls are common in older patients in institutions, evoking a common response of using restraints, such as bedrails or cot sides, to further prevent harm. However, there is no compelling evidence that restraints reduce the risk of falls and/or injuries.
Added November 2014
A collaborative occupational therapy and nursing approach to falls prevention in hospital inpatients.
1999
Journal of Quality in Clinical Practice
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 19
Pages 215-220
Author(s): Brandis, S.
It is estimated that one-third of elderly people fall each year', with general agreement that there are many associated factors.
Added August 2014
The built environment as a component of quality care: understanding and including the patient’s perspective
Issue 7
Volume 25
Pages 352-362
Author(s): Fowler, E., MacRae, S., Stern, A., Harrison, T., Gerteis, M., Walker, J., Edgman-Levitan, S., Ruga, W.
There are eight consistent attributes that patients and family members look for in healthcare environments.
Added March 2014
Impact of interruptions and distractions on dispensing errors in an ambulatory care pharmacy
1999
American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy
Journal Article
Issue 13
Volume 56
Pages 1319-1325
Author(s): Flynn, E. A., Barker, K. N., Gibson, J. T., Pearson, R. E., Berger, B. A., Smith, L. A.
Errors and error rate have been used as outcome measures of the quality of drug distribution that is a function of the interaction between humans, procedures, equipment, and the work environment. Dispensing errors have been measured by observation and occur at rates of up to 24%. Studies show the relationship between errors and noise, light levels, and prescription workload, as well as the increased number of distractions and errors in an ambulatory care pharmacy.
Added October 2012
Visual Ergonomics in the Office (Guidelines for monitor placement and lighting)
1999
Occupational Health and Safety
Journal Article
Issue 68
Volume 7
Pages 64-74
Author(s): Ankrum, D.R.
Added October 2012
Design impact on health care facilities performance : a post-occupancy evaluation of patient rooms
Author(s): Mujahed, M.
Added October 2012
Patients, Staff & Families Find Comfort in Healing Garden
1999
The Center for Health Design
Report
Volume August 1999
Pages 1
Author(s): Varni, J.W, Whitehouse, S, Kurtin, P.S., Sadler, B.
Added October 2012
Bringing Home Into The Hospital
1999
The Center for Health Design
Report
Volume November 1999
Pages 1
Author(s): VanderSteeg, J., Liebenrood, C.
Added October 2012
Everybody's Beautiful: Using Art To Promote Self-Healing
1999
The Center for Health Design
Report
Author(s): Ridenour, A.
Added October 2012
Greenbacks from green roofs: Forging a new industry in Canada
Author(s): Peck, S., Callaghan, C., Kuhn, M., Bass, B.
Added October 2012
Patients Find Comfort In Auditory Interventions
1999
The Center for Health Design
Report
Volume October 1999
Pages 1
Author(s): Mazer, S.
Added October 2012
Seating Makes a Difference in Healthcare
1999
The Center for Health Design
Report
Volume September 1999
Pages 1
Author(s): Leib, R.K.A.
Added October 2012
The 5 "P"S Of A Healing Environment
1999
The Center for Health Design
Report
Volume March 1999
Pages 1
Author(s): Larsen, D.
Added October 2012
Using design to improve the quality of clinical practice
1999
The Center for Health Design
Report
Volume March 1999
Pages 1
Author(s): Kilo, C.
Added October 2012
Celebration Health
1999
The Center for Health Design
Report
Author(s): Huelat, B.J.A., IIDA
Added October 2012
The Relationship Between Alzheimer's Disease & Design
1999
The Center for Health Design
Report
Volume November 1999
Pages 1
Author(s): Brawly, B.A.,
Added October 2012
Guidelines for community noise
1999
Protection of the Human Environment
Report
Author(s): Berglund, B., Lindvall, T., Schwela, D.H., Goh, T.K.
Added October 2012
Ventilation for indoor air quality ASHRAE Standard 62-1999
Author(s): ASHRAE, American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-conditioning Engineers, Inc.
Added October 2012
Faucet aerators: a source of patient colonization with Stenotrophomonas maltophilia
1999
American Journal of Infection Control
Journal Article
Author(s): Weber, D.J., Rutala, W.A., Blanchet, C.N., Jordan, M., Gergen, M.F.
Added October 2012
Effects of hospital noise on heart rate variability of acutely ill adults. (noise annoyance)
1999
Dissertation Abstracts International: Section B: The Sciences and Engineering
Journal Article
Issue 10-B
Volume 59
Pages 5315
Author(s): Webb, J.J.
Added October 2012